A variety of prominent surnames, such as the name Brauckitsch, were formed in the lands which became the modern German state of Prussia, known its beauty, industry and military power. However, in the medieval era, Prussia was fragmented and inhabited by numerous barbarian tribes, who fought amongst themselves for control of the land. The borders of the barbarian kingdoms, which were established after the fall of the Roman Empire, changed repeatedly. The region that came to be known as Prussia was roughly divided between the territories of Brandenburg-Prussia, West Prussia and East Prussia. The Brauckitsch family emerged in Brandenburg-Prussia, which is essentially the birthplace of modern Germany. By the 19th century, Brandenburg-Prussia had incorporated East Prussia, West Prussia and many other German territories. Moreover, in the late 19th century, it led the German states in the unification of Germany.

Brauckitsch Early Origins

The surname Brauckitsch was first found in Prussia, where the name Brauchitsch was closely identified in early mediaeval times with the feudal society which would become prominent throughout European history. The name would later emerge as a noble family with great influence, having many distinguished branches, and become noted for its involvement in social, economic and political affairs.

Brauckitsch Spelling Variations

Brauckitsch Spelling Variations

One can encounter great variation in the spelling of surnames: in early times, spelling in general, and thus the spelling of names was not yet standardized; and later, spellings would change with branching and movement of families. Variations of the name Brauckitsch include Brauchitsch, Brauchitsche, Braukitsch, Brauckitsch, Braucitsche, Braukkitsche, Browchitsche, Browkitsch, Browckitsch, Browcitsche, Browkkitsche, Brawchitsche, Brawkitsch, Brawkitsch, Brawkitsche and many more.

Brauckitsch Early History

Brauckitsch Early History

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Brauckitsch Early Notables (pre 1700)

Brauckitsch Early Notables (pre 1700)

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The Great Migration

The Great Migration

The state of Prussia was a great influence on the shape of modern Germany. After the Second World War, Prussia's land was divided among the Soviet Union, Poland, East Germany and West Germany and the state was abolished. Some Prussians remained in those countries after the war, while many others migrated to North America in search of a new start. Philadelphia was their primary point of entry to the United States, after which many of them moved on to Ohio, Texas, Illinois, California, New York, and Maryland. A large number of Prussians also migrated to Ontario and the prairie provinces as United Empire Loyalists. Analysis of immigration records has shown some of the first Brauckitschs to arrive in North America, and among them were: settlers who traveled to the New World and established themselves along the eastern seaboard of the United States in the 18th and 19th centuries.

Crozier, William Armstrong Edition. Crozier's General Armory A Registry of American Families Entitled to Coat Armor. New York: Fox, Duffield, 1904. Print.

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The Brauckitsch Family Crest was acquired from the Houseofnames.com archives. The Brauckitsch Family Crest was drawn according to heraldic standards based on published blazons. We generally include the oldest published family crest once associated with each surname.